Health Policy Research & Communications Assistant

Medical College of Wisconsin; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

EFAP

Pet insurance

On-campus fitness facility

Employee discounts

Job summary

Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking a Health Policy Analyst to support evidence-based policy development, data synthesis, and public health communications for Milwaukee County. The role involves collaboration with county departments, researchers, and community partners to advance public health priorities.

The position emphasizes translating complex health information into clear messaging and contributing to informational products for policy development and public outreach.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data interpretation and evaluation of published literature.
• Excellent writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to translate complex public health information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Review literature and data to develop policy briefs or topic summaries.
• Identify and analyze data to inform policy recommendations.
• Prepare information to educate the community on health matters.
• Translate scientific information into accessible public health messaging across platforms.
• Monitor emerging public health issues relevant to Milwaukee County.
• Develop evidence-based content for social media and community campaigns.
• Summarize public health data to identify trends for policy and programs.
• Collaborate with county and community leaders on health messaging.
• Participate in meetings to discuss deliverables and stakeholders.

Skills

Data interpretation

Literature evaluation

Critical thinking

Written communication

Public health messaging

Social media communication

Education

Enrolled in college

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking a Health Policy Analyst to support evidence-based policy development, data synthesis, and public health communications for Milwaukee County. The role involves collaboration with county departments, researchers, and community partners to advance public health priorities.

The position emphasizes translating complex health information into clear messaging and contributing to informational products for policy development and public outreach.